Dear John,
The holidays are upon us, and homeless pets need your help. Donations given during this special season make it possible to continue this life-saving work with stray, sick, and injured pets all year long.
Your gift helps real pets, like Mojo and Pedro—the pup and kitty you might recognize from our 2021 holiday campaign. After overcoming parvo and a severe respiratory infection, these cuties are celebrating their first holiday season in loving homes thanks to your support.
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Supporting PAWS Chicago means supporting responsible solutions. Since our founding in 1997, the euthanasia rate in Chicago has dropped 91 percent. And for 19 straight years, PAWS Chicago has achieved a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, the nation’s largest independent charity evaluator. Less than 1% of nonprofits have received such consistent recognition.
Together, we’re always moving forward, solving new problems, and getting closer to building a No Kill community. But none of this is possible without your support.
Now, more than ever, donations make a difference. Through December 31, our friend Michael Sweig is matching gifts dollar for dollar up to $50,000. Please help us make the most of this incredible chance to change lives and instantly double your impact.
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Treating Cases Others Can't
The newly expanded Medical Center made it possible for us to treat three 2-month-old puppies with critical cases of parvo.
See What Happened
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New Friends in the North Shore
PAWS recently hosted the first of three North Shore New Friend Adoption Events. Learn about upcoming chances to meet your own new friend in November and December!
North Shore New Friend Adoption Events
November 20 & December 18, Noon–3 p.m.
Glenn L. Felner North Shore Adoption Center
1616 Deerfield Road, Highland Park, IL
Come Meet Your Best Friend
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Diabetes + a Fear of Needles
For a pup who’s afraid of needles, diabetes is a super scary diagnosis. See how our medical team and foster mom Amy Elliot-Meisel have helped diabetic dog Journey overcome these challenges and get back to enjoying life.
Go on a Journey
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Holiday Gifts for Animal-Lovers
Our online shop is stocked with all-new gifts! Kickstart your holiday shopping while helping homeless pets. It’s the best of both worlds and a wonderful way to spread warm, fuzzy feelings during this festive time of year.
Shop
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Meet Volunteer of the Month Jennifer O'Neil
From running with TEAM PAWS Chicago to chairing PAWS committees, Jennifer O’Neill is one of our most engaged volunteers, bringing her love of animals and passion for progress to everything we do.
Meet Jennifer
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Record-Breaking Community Day
How did we manage to vaccinate 650 underserved pets in a single day? (Hint: 60 volunteers.)
Find Out More
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Lights Parade is going to the dogs (and cats)
Don’t miss PAWS Chicago’s float in the BMO Harris Bank Magnificent Mile Lights Festival Parade traveling down North Michigan Avenue as we raise awareness for homeless pets and building a No Kill Chicago. The parade will take place on Saturday, November 20 at 5:30 p.m. This spectacle of fabulous floats, giant helium balloons, exciting marching bands, celebrities, and musical performances is a can’t-miss experience.
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365 Days of Adorable
Give the promise of cuteness in the coming year—a 2022 PAWS Chicago Desktop Calendar. And while you’re at it, pick one up for yourself, too. Every dollar helps give homeless pets a second chance.
Get the Calendar
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Join TEAM PAWS Chicago
In October, 350 runners proudly wore their TEAM PAWS Chicago singlets in the 2021 Bank of America Chicago Marathon.
Registration for the 2022 Bank of America Chicago Marathon is now open! Join TEAM PAWS now and guarantee your entry to next year’s race.
Join the Team
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Keep Your Pets Safe this Thanksgiving
We are thankful for our pets every day, and Thanksgiving is a special reminder of the love they bring to our lives! Don’t let a pet emergency get in the way of a happy holiday.
Read Our Safety Tips
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Holiday Shopping Guide
Looking for creative gift ideas this season? Want to help raise lifesaving funds? The following businesses will
be donating a portion of proceeds to PAWS Chicago this holiday season! Download our guide to see how you can shop local and save lives.
Shop the Specials
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Palling Around with Tad and Jack
Tad is a curious orange kitty who spent a long time looking for the right person. After a few weeks of fostering with Jack Romp, they knew it was a perfect fit.
Follow Their Friendship
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